Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Weekend Acute Care

PIH Health Hospital; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health Hospital Whittier is seeking a Dialysis Patient Care Technician to support patients before, during, and after dialysis under the supervision of an acute inpatient dialysis RN. The PCT provides direct and non-direct patient care within scope of practice and participates in quality assurance for dialysis machines and equipment.

Requirements include current hemodialysis technician certification, 2+ years of dialysis experience, and a current BLS card. Acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current hemodialysis technician certification is required.
• Two+ years of prior dialysis technician experience.
• Current Basic Life Support Card (BLS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients before, during, and after dialysis under RN supervision.
• Ensure quality assurance for dialysis machines and equipment in compliance with policy and regulations.
• Maintain infection control and safety standards in the dialysis unit.

Skills

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Safety practices

Clinical education

Patient teaching

Education

Hemodialysis technician certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

None

Job description

PIH Health Hospital Whittier is seeking a Dialysis Patient Care Technician to support patients before, during, and after dialysis under the supervision of an acute inpatient dialysis RN. The PCT provides direct and non-direct patient care within scope of practice and participates in quality assurance for dialysis machines and equipment.

Requirements include current hemodialysis technician certification, 2+ years of dialysis experience, and a current BLS card. Acute care experience is preferred.